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Do not plant garlic in insufficient sun, poorly draining soil, or next to legume crops. Avoid growing garlic in containers ...

Garlic is an easy to grow plant that is used for its bulb and its greens. Garlic scapes are the first tender green shoots on ...

There are two types: Softneck, which has a flexible stem and keeps well for a long time; the long stems are good for braiding. The other type is hardneck, which has a stiff central stem and doesn’t ...

Garlic is a beloved aromatic plant that is a staple in a myriad of cuisines. It’s also been used for centuries for its purported healing properties, including protecting against the common cold and ...

This week's gardening column also addresses a reader concerned that caterpillars have feasted on their catalpa tree leaves.

Flavoursome garlic is an essential ingredient in so many recipes. Easy to grow in the garden, it doesn’t take up too much space and it can be started off in the autumn or late winter in the ground or ...

Garlic is an excellent, nutritious ingredient used in a variety of large meals and small recipes for centuries throughout the world. Civilizations across human history have used garlic for medicinal ...

Lower your blood pressure and cholesterol, fight heart disease, boost your immune system, and add a bit of flavor to your ...